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MOTIVATE XR | EuroXR 2026

MOTIVATE XR: AI-assisted No-Code Authoring and Experiencing Tools for Industrial XR Training and Assistance

November 4th (16:30–18:00)
90 min | 6 invited talks

This workshop presents the main technological outcomes of MOTIVATE XR, exploring how no-code authoring, AI, computer vision, digital twins and remote assistance can support the creation and use of XR experiences for industrial training and assistance.

Invited Talks

  • Talk 1 — MOTIVATE XR: A European Tool Suite for Industrial XR Training and Assistance
    Speaker: Javier Serrano, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain
  • Talk 2 — KAYROX: Ubiquitous No-Code XR Authoring for On-the-Job Industrial Training
    Speaker: Pablo Aguirrezabal, Tecnalia Research & Innovation, Spain
  • Talk 3 — Inscape: Collaborative Storytelling-Based Authoring for Complex XR Training Scenarios
    Speaker: Eric Menou, CS Group, France
  • Talk 4 — Vision-Based Object Segmentation, Placement and Orientation for XR Industrial Assistance
    Speaker: Paschalis Choropanitis, D-CUBE, Greece
  • Talk 5 — Semantic Process Engine: From Technical Documentation to Knowledge Graphs and Conversational Assistance
    Speaker: Maxime Claisse, Sopra Steria, France
  • Talk 6 — Validating MOTIVATE XR: Industrial Pilots, Evaluation Strategy and Lessons Learned
    Speaker: Antonio Zanesco, Youbiquo, Italy

Who should attend: Researchers · XR Developers · Industry · Training Centres · European Projects


LUMINOUS | EuroXR 2026

LUMINOUS: Context-Aware Situational Intelligence in XR

(Past, Present and Future)

November 4th (16:30–18:00)
90 min

Agenda

  • LUMINOUS: General Introduction Project vision, objectives, and the transition towards context-aware situational intelligence in XR.
  • XR in Neurorehabilitation Application requirements, user-aware interaction, personalised support, and lessons learned.
  • XR in Safety Training Context-sensitive guidance, hazard awareness, and adaptive training experiences.
  • XR in Building Information Modelling (BIM) Contextual model interaction, spatial understanding, and collaborative design review.
  • Future Directions: Language Augmentation - Vicomtech
  • Future Directions: Visualization and Beyond - Fraunhofer HHI
  • Future Directions: Instruction generation and Embedding in XR - DFKI
  • Conclusion and Closing Discussion Cross-domain lessons, shared research priorities, and final audience questions.

SESSIONS


XR2INDUSTRY | EuroXR 2026

XR2INDUSTRY: Tailoring eXtended Reality to Industry’s Needs

XR2INDUSTRY is a European Horizon Europe project developing an open European reference platform for Extended Reality (XR), tailored to the needs of Industry 5.0. The project focuses on data privacy, industrial relevance, human-centred design and openness, bringing together technology providers, researchers and industrial users to bridge the gap between XR innovation and real-world industrial needs.

Sessions

WEDNESDAY · 4 November 2026, 1:30 pm — Auditorium, Blue Cube Building

Bringing XR to Industry: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Next

Roundtable

Ben Mahy (Supportsquare), Arthur Van Remoortel (Altheria), Cas D’Haenens (Flux50), Zsófia Budai (Mindrove) and Paolo Catti (LMS)

THURSDAY · 5 November 2026, 4:30 pm — Auditorium, Yellow Cube Building

See It in Action: Industrial XR Demonstrations by XR2INDUSTRY Partners

Demo session

Supportsquare, Altheria and Tkorp

FRIDAY · 6 November 2026, 11:30 am — Auditorium, Blue Cube Building

Where Is XR Hardware Heading? A Conversation with Leading Manufacturers

Roundtable & open discussion

Heitor Bravi (PICO XR) and Pietro Carratù (YOUBIQUO)


LEAP XR | EuroXR 2026

LEAP XR: Main outcomes of the LEAP XR project

November 5th (18:00–19:30)
90 min & 6 invited talks

LEAP (Linking Education and Applied Practice for Entrepreneurship and Innovation in eXtended Reality) is the European Hub for XR Innovation in Preventive Healthcare. It empowers applied European Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to drive innovation, address urgent healthcare challenges, and stimulate economic growth both regionally and globally.

Invited Talks

  • Talk 1 — LEAP XR: A European Hub for XR Innovation in Preventive Healthcare
    Speaker: Toby de Haan, Saxion University of Applied Science, The Netherlands
  • Talk 2 — Institutional Engagement & Change: Integration of new structures and methods to support entrepreneurship in the field of XR and health in institutional strategies
    Speaker: Ursula Steiner, Accent Inkubator GmbH, Austria
  • Talk 3 — Entrepreneurship & Innovation Training: equipping students, researchers, and staff in XR and Health(Tech) with tailored entrepreneurial education (EE) programmes, tools, and resources
    Speaker: Sjoerd Welberg, Saxion University of Applied Science, The Netherlands
  • Talk 4 — Business Launch Pad: A structured, scalable programme to support the launch and growth of businesses in XR and Health(Tech)
    Speaker: Freerk Faber, Faber Mundi, The Netherlands
  • Talk 5 — SCENARIX: Pioneering virtual reality solutions for healthcare education
    Speaker: Dr. Krista Hoek, ScenariX and Erasmus Medical Centre, The Netherlands
  • Talk 6 — LEAP XR support: Industrial support examples, Evaluation Strategy and Lessons Learned
    Speakers: Toby de Haan and Sjoerd Welberg, Saxion UAS, The Netherlands

Who should attend: Industry · XR Developers · UAS / Universities · Researchers · Training Centres · European Projects


SENSORAMA: Shaping the Future of Multisensory XR – From Technology to User Needs | EuroXR 2026

SENSORAMA: Shaping the Future of Multisensory XR – From Technology to User Needs

November 5th (15:00–16:30)
90 min

SENSORAMA is a Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action bringing together 15 organisations from nine European countries to advance realistic, adaptive and interoperable Extended Reality (XR). The project is developing a common technological foundation that synchronises visual, auditory, force, tactile and thermal feedback through a unified multimodal data model and open software interfaces. Its work also includes enhanced haptic and thermal devices, spatial audio, biofeedback, speech interaction and AI-driven adaptation.

The developed technologies will be integrated and validated through five training applications in hip implant surgery, spinal surgery, dental treatment, anatomy education and industrial assembly. SENSORAMA combines technological innovation with a strong focus on responsible and human-centric XR, addressing privacy, safety, accessibility, diversity and inclusion while supporting interoperability, reuse, open research and standardisation for trustworthy European Virtual Worlds.

Session Programme

15:00–15:20

Introduction to SENSORAMA

Project overview, objectives and vision.

15:20–15:40

SENSORAMA Technologies and Use Cases

Overview of planned technological developments and applications.

15:40–16:10

Interactive Community Engagement

Live audience polling to identify user needs, challenges and priorities for multisensory XR.

16:10–16:25

Community Feedback and Discussion

Open discussion and invitation to contribute requirements.

16:25–16:30

Wrap-up and Next Steps

Summary of key insights and opportunities for further engagement.

Programme subject to final confirmation of speakers and presentation content.